Scam alert

Bay St. Louis officials say that someone is calling individuals identifying themselves as a representative of the Utilities Department and telling people they have a past due balance on their utility account. The caller then says that if payment is not paid immediately via MoneyGram at Wal-Mart their service will be cutoff. This person is…

Bay Council recap: The show won’t go on

At last night’s Bay St. Louis City Council meeting, members signed off on a new agreement with Bay Harbor Fest promoter Mike Rosato but turned down his request to have concerts inside the old A&G Theater during the festival weekend. There was much debate about giving special permission to use a building that doesn’t have…

Clang, clang, clang

You might have missed this news over the busy holiday weekend: The City of Bay St. Louis, in partnership with Hollywood Casino Bay St. Louis and Coast Transit Authority, is pleased to announce the Bay Trolley line, connecting residents and visitors to parts of the City with a fare free service beginning, Saturday, July 4,…

Go Fourth & Fish! For free, no less

The Mississippi Department of Marine Resources reminds anglers that Saturday, July 4, is “Free Saltwater Sportfishing Day” on the Coast. Anybody may sport fish in saltwaters, which are waters south of Interstate 10, without a license. However, all size and possession limits remain in effect. Fishermen also are reminded that the recreational fishing season for…